does severe dehydration cause constipation?

Question

Brown Urine

Answer 1

Brown urine would be an indication of blood in your urine. And yes, dehydration does cause constipation amongst other things.

Answer 2

Yes, severe dehydration does cause constipation.

When you are dehydrated your body tries to withhold water/fluid.

Signs and symptoms
Mild to moderate dehydration is likely to cause:

Dry, sticky mouth
Sleepiness or tiredness
Thirst
Decreased urine
Few or no tears when crying
Muscle weakness
Headache
Dizziness or lightheadedness


Severe dehydration, a medical emergency, can cause:

Extreme thirst
Irritability and confusion
Very dry mouth & skin
Lack of sweating
Little or no urination — any urine that is produced will be dark yellow or amber
Sunken eyes
Shriveled and dry skin that lacks elasticity and doesn't "bounce back" when pinched
Low blood pressure
Rapid heartbeat
Fever

A good way to determine if you ARE dehydrated is the color of your urine:
clear or light-colored urine means you're well hydrated,
whereas a dark yellow or amber color usually signals dehydration.

Answer 3

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RE:
does severe dehydration cause constipation?
Brown Urine

Answer 4

Yes, it can, but it can also cause the opposite problem. Make sure you're taking CLEAR fluids, like water, cordial or sports drinks. Also, if you find you have the 'opposite problem' drink a teaspoon of salt and sugar in a glass of water and that should fix it. Avoid caffeine and alcohol.

Answer 5

Yes!